How to Prepare for Divorce Before Hiring a Lawyer
Wednesday, September 2nd, 2020
Most people take a long time before they finally decide to make the call to a divorce lawyer. Contemplating taking that first step in what is reputed to be a long, expensive and painful process can be overwhelming. We get that. So, here’s a list of things you can do to prepare for divorce before you […]
Read More »Social Security Benefits for Adopted Grandchildren
Friday, August 14th, 2020
At Held Law Firm, many of the adoption clients we see are grandparents seeking to adopt their grandchildren. However, many people in this group are unable to work. They rely on Social Security Retirement or Disability benefits for their income. Adopting and raising children is always a challenge, but it can be especially difficult for people living on […]
Read More »When You May Be Awarded Attorney’s Fees
Wednesday, August 5th, 2020
Litigation is expensive, so many people ask us how they can get the opposing party to pay for attorney fees. This is not something that occurs often. Tennessee courts follow the “American Rule,” which is that each person is responsible for their own attorney fees. However, there are instances in which the court may order […]
Read More »How to Lower Divorce Costs
Tuesday, January 15th, 2019
Every day, we get a call from a potential client asking about the cost of a divorce. Of course, the answer is always “it depends.” However, we’re happy to advise our current and future clients on ways they can try to lower their costs during the legal process. Here are some of our best tips: […]
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